The UK’s Strongest Man 2026 competition continued on Saturday at Planet Ice in Milton Keynes, with Group B athletes battling for a spot in the finals scheduled for next week in Glasgow. The event showcased some of the country’s top strength competitors, including fan favourite Scott Milne and Irish champion Ruairi O’Hagan.
Participants in Group B vied for the opportunity to join the final lineup, where they will compete to claim the title currently held by Andrew Flynn. The contest featured a series of demanding strength challenges designed to test the athletes' power, endurance, and technique.
Scott Milne, known for his eliminator prowess, attracted significant attention from the crowd, while O’Hagan represented Ireland with notable performances throughout the competition. Both sought to secure their place among the best as the field narrowed ahead of the decisive weekend.
The UK’s Strongest Man event has become a prestigious fixture in the country’s strongman calendar, combining rigorous physical tests with heightened competition among elite strength athletes. The finals will bring together the top qualifiers from each group to contend for the national crown.
With momentum building in Milton Keynes, competitors now turn their focus to Glasgow, where the champion will be crowned after final rounds of intense athletic challenges. The competition continues to draw widespread interest from fans and the strength sports community alike.